Data Governance Lead

Seaspan Corporation; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset management firm in Vancouver is seeking a Data Governance Lead to develop and oversee its data governance framework. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in data governance, a strong understanding of compliance requirements, and excellent communication skills. This role is critical for ensuring data integrity and supporting data-driven decision-making across the organization, offering a competitive salary between $110,000 - $137,000 CAD per annum.

Benefits

Annual performance-based bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Retirement savings plan matching

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in data governance and management.
• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks and best practices.
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the data governance framework aligned with business strategy.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive change management.
• Define and implement data ownership roles.

Skills

Data governance experience

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Compliance knowledge

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in IT/Data Management

Tools

Data governance frameworks

Data management tools

Job description

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The Atlas Corp. and Seaspan teams are goal-driven and share a high-performance culture, focusing on building services offerings to become a leading asset manager. Seaspan provides many of the world's major shipping lines with alternatives to vessel ownership by offering long-term leases on large, modern containerships and pure car, truck carriers (PCTCs) combined with industry leading ship management serves. Seaspan's fleet has evolved over time to meet the varying needs of our customer base. We own vessels in a wide range of sizes, from 2,500 TEU to 24,000 TEU vessels. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlas Corp, Seaspan delivers on the company's core strategy as a leading asset management and core infrastructure company.

Position Description :

The Business Intelligence department is responsible for enabling the Enterprise Data & Analytics Strategy across the organization. In doing so, it provides unified approaches, tools & standards encompassing all facets of Seaspan’s data management and data consumption. Business Intelligence works collaboratively with the lines of business and corporate functions in rolling out the data transformation program across the organization.

Reporting to the Director, Business Intelligence, the Data Governance Lead (DG Lead) will drive the alignment of data management practices with Seaspan’s strategic objectives and support the delivery of measurable business outcomes through data-driven decision-making.

The role will develop, implement, and oversee Seaspan's data governance framework and will be responsible for ensuring data integrity, quality, privacy, and compliance across all business units. The DG Lead plays a facilitative role in providing guidance, advice, and direction on all matters related to the business-driven data governance program. As the advocate for data governance at Seaspan, the DG Lead must be a strong communicator and collaborator who can align data initiatives with business goals and regulatory requirements.

Job Responsibilities :

• Lead the enterprise-wide data governance framework in alignment with the business strategy, including policies, standards, and procedures.
• Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to drive change management and embed governance practices into daily operations and project lifecycles.
• Champion data governance initiatives and serve as a change agent to promote a culture of data accountability and informed decision-making.
• Define and implement data ownership and stewardship roles and operating model across all lines of business and corporate functions and develop positive collaborative relationships with all Data Stewards.
• Support in establishing Data Governance related committees and coordinate all activities, actions, and decisions ensuring appropriate documentation of actions and decisions.
• Collaborate with business and IT leaders to establish data quality metrics, privacy protocols and compliance standards, and resolve data-related issues.
• Define data quality KPIs across engineering design, build, procurement, and lifecycle management.
• Establish and identify Critical Data Elements by working closely with the business.
• Champion the use of metadata, data lineage, and cataloging tools to support transparency and decision-making.
• Support the successful implementation and integration of data management tools.
• Partner with technical teams to ensure data architecture supports governance goals, including integration and reporting capabilities.
• Collaborate with IT and data teams to ensure governance is embedded in system architectures and digital initiatives.
• Lead and develop corporate-wide data stewardship and governance training programs to promote data literacy and to ensure organization-wide understanding and consistent adoption of data standards, policies, roles, and responsibilities.
• Monitor regulatory and privacy developments to ensure compliance; recommend actions to address gaps.
• Provide subject matter expertise and strategic guidance to support the ongoing advancement and improvement of Seaspan’s data maturity.
• Establish and support the usage of the company business glossary.
• Stay up to date with leading data management practices.

Requirements :

Minimum 7 years’ experience in data governance and data management, including experience developing and implementing data governance programs

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in IT, Data Management, Data Science, or a related field

Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, information architecture, related tools, and best practices

Experience in data management (DG), business glossary (metadata) and data quality (assessment methodologies and data profiling)

Experience working in both a technical and business context; able to translate technical concepts into easy-to-understand business language.

Familiarity with data privacy regulations and compliance standards

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, including effect communication at senior levels

Ability to lead change initiatives to build a data ownership culture

Strategic thinking, systems orientation, and root-cause analysis

Entrepreneurial, negotiation & influencing skills; stakeholder engagement.

Additional Desired Qualifications :

Nice to have : Professional certifications such as CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional), DGSP (Data Governance & Stewardship Professional), or equivalent

Job Demands and / or Physical Requirements :

As Seaspan is a global company, occasional work outside of regular office hours may be required

Compensation and Benefits package :

Seaspan’s total compensation is based on our pay-for-performance philosophy that rewards team members who deliver on and demonstrate our high-performance culture. The hiring range for this position is $110,000 - $137,000 CAD per annum. The exact base salary offered will be commensurate with the incumbent’s experience, job-related skills and knowledge, and internal pay equity. In addition to base salary, we offer a competitive total rewards package which includes an annual performance-based bonus, a comprehensive benefits package (extended health, dental, life and disability insurance), retirement savings plan matching and other company-provided rewards.

Atlas Corp. and Seaspan Corporation are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. We thank all applicants in advance. If your application is shortlisted to be included in the interview process, one of our team will be in contact with you.

A WEEK AT SEA WITH SEASPAN

This video was taken on board our 4250 TEU vessel, Seaspan Santos, during a six-day passage in September 2013.

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